Mullaghcarn

Marking the southern limit of the Sperrins, this accessible Marilyn rises sharply above Gortin Glen Forest Park. While the summit is dominated by modern telecommunications masts, it retains a rugged heart with a massive ancient cairn. A tarmac service road ensures a straightforward, all-weather ascent with clear views over Omagh.

• •The name is derived from the Irish Mullach Cairn, meaning 'peak of the cairn'. This refers to the massive prehistoric burial mound at the summit, which remains a prominent landmark despite the encroachment of modern infrastructure.
• •As the most southerly peak in the Sperrin Mountains, the summit provides a unique vantage point looking south over the town of Omagh and the winding River Strule, contrasting with the deep glacial trench of the Gortin Glen to the north.
• •The mountain is a primary telecommunications hub for County Tyrone; its height and isolation from other high ground make it an ideal site for the cluster of masts that now share the skyline with the ancient summit stones.
• •A popular approach from Gortin Glen Forest Park follows a steep, paved service road to the top, offering a rare opportunity for a high-altitude walk in the Sperrins without having to navigate the region's notorious peat hags.
• •The presence of the tarmac road to the summit means that while you are working hard on the final incline, there is a distinct and humbling possibility of being overtaken by a technician in a small van.